Reclining Nude Male n.d.

This anonymous red chalk drawing, "Reclining Nude Male," depicts a male figure lying on his stomach. The subject's body is contorted, emphasizing the figure's musculature and anatomy. Executed in a loose and gestural style, this work exemplifies the academic tradition of life drawing, a fundamental practice for aspiring artists. The artist's focus on anatomical accuracy and the dynamic pose of the figure suggests this drawing may have served as a study for a larger composition. This study is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.